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Registered Trademark Holders Can Force a Company to Change Its Name

Company Law : Even after incorporation, a company name can be changed if it conflicts with a registered trademark. Section 16 empowers the Gover...

February 24, 2026 681 Views 0 comment Print

Step-by-Step Guide to Trademark Registration in India

Corporate Law : Learn the complete trademark filing process, from class selection to handling objections. Key takeaway: Proper preparation ensures...

January 2, 2026 4782 Views 0 comment Print

TDS u/s 195 on Sponsorship & Trademark Rights – Indo-Singapore DTAA

Income Tax : Payments for sports sponsorship that grant global trademark usage can be split as royalty. Courts upheld withholding where tradema...

January 1, 2026 1071 Views 0 comment Print

Arguments in Favor of New Developments in Trademark Law in India

Company Law : Trademark law in India has undergone remarkable transformation over the past decade. Once considered a limited tool for brand iden...

November 21, 2025 816 Views 0 comment Print

From TATA to WIPRO – How Indian Law Protects Famous Trademarks Across All Classes

Corporate Law : Indian law grants cross-class protection to famous trademarks like TATA and WIPRO, preventing misuse of well-known names across un...

October 23, 2025 2706 Views 0 comment Print


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Alert: Fraudsters Targeting IP Applicants

Corporate Law : Beware of fraudsters soliciting money for IP applications. Report any suspicious claims to the office. Applications processed lega...

October 30, 2024 477 Views 0 comment Print

Company Secretaries in Practice can act as IPR/Trade Marks agent: ICSI

CA, CS, CMA : Company Secretaries in Practice are allowed to be registered as Trade Marks Agent under Rule 144 of the Trade Marks Rules, 2017, r...

May 18, 2023 5355 Views 0 comment Print

Rajasthan High Court Restrains Bureau of Indian Standard from interfering use of Trade Mark by Cement Company

Corporate Law : A writ petition is filed before Hon’ble Rajasthan High Court, Jodhpur while challenging the Circular dated 28.08.2020 being issu...

May 18, 2021 1062 Views 0 comment Print

India, Denmark sign MoU on Intellectual Property cooperation

Corporate Law : The Union Cabinet in its meeting dated 15.09.2020 gave the approval for signing the MoU with Denmark in the field of IP Cooperatio...

September 26, 2020 591 Views 0 comment Print

Brief steps/stages for granting a trademark

Corporate Law : A trademark application is processed in accordance with The Trade Marks Act, 1999 and The Trade Marks Rules, 2017. 1. Application ...

September 22, 2020 846 Views 0 comment Print


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Self-Generated Trademark Before 2002 Not Taxable as Capital Gain Reason Cost of Acquisition Cannot Be Computed

Income Tax : High Court held that consideration received on transfer of self-generated trademarks before 1 April 2002 was not taxable as capita...

May 4, 2026 195 Views 0 comment Print

NCLT Cannot Decide Trademark Title Disputes Dehors Insolvency Process: SC

Corporate Law : The issue was whether the NCLT could declare ownership of a trademark during CIRP. The Supreme Court held that title disputes not ...

January 22, 2026 3807 Views 0 comment Print

Rasna Trademark Dispute: Delhi HC Issues Injunction

Corporate Law : Delhi High Court grants injunction against Franchise India Brands Ltd. and Ichakdana Food Services LLP for unauthorized use of 'Ra...

June 14, 2025 741 Views 0 comment Print

Regional Director can’t decide trademark ownership under Companies Act: Delhi HC

Company Law : Delhi High Court quashes Regional Director's order in Panchhi Petha name dispute, rules authority can't decide trademark ownership...

May 11, 2025 1422 Views 0 comment Print

KCP Infra Name Change Upheld by Madras HC Despite Coexistence & Acquiescence Claims

Corporate Law : Madras High Court dismisses KCP Infra's plea, upholds MCA order to change company name due to similarity with KCP Ltd.'s trademark...

May 10, 2025 1401 Views 0 comment Print


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Draft Trademark amendment Rules 2025

Corporate Law : Government proposes draft amendments to Trade Marks Rules 2017 introducing a Code of Conduct, disciplinary procedures, and complai...

October 31, 2025 2541 Views 0 comment Print

Stay Granted on CGPDTM’s Action Against Online Legal Advertising for Trademarks

Corporate Law : Calcutta High Court put on hold a public notice restricting online legal advertising for trademark registration, keeping the issue...

September 30, 2025 693 Views 0 comment Print

Trade Marks Holding Inquiry and Appeal Rules 2024

Corporate Law : Trade Marks (Holding Inquiry and Appeal) Rules 2024 now in effect. New procedures for complaints, inquiries, and appeals under the...

August 16, 2024 1236 Views 0 comment Print

Draft Trade Marks (1st Amendment) Rules, 2024

Corporate Law : Explore the proposed Trade Marks (1st Amendment) Rules, 2024 by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. Learn about adjudication pr...

January 2, 2024 3294 Views 0 comment Print

Comments invited for declaring two or more prime constituents of commodity on front side of package with Brand Name/ Logo

Corporate Law : The common or generic names of the commodity contained in the package and in case of packages with more than one product, the name...

August 16, 2022 861 Views 0 comment Print


Clarifying the Role of Company Secretaries as Trademark Agents: An Urgent Need for Clarity

May 15, 2023 5304 Views 0 comment Print

Navigate the recent confusion on whether Company Secretaries can act as Trademark Agents. Explore the qualifications outlined in Rule 144 of Trade Mark Rules, 2017, and ICSI’s Council decision in the 290th meeting. Receive clarity on the eligibility of Company Secretaries and understand the need for proactive communication to resolve any potential issues.

Practicing Company Secretary as Trademark Agent

May 15, 2023 4071 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the eligibility and legal provisions for a Practicing Company Secretary to act as a Trademark Agent. Understand the qualifications required and recent discussions regarding this matter. Stay informed about the authority’s stance and relevant resolutions.

Exploring Trademark Filing in India: Interesting Facts and Insights

April 28, 2023 2406 Views 0 comment Print

Uncover the intriguing world of trademark filing in India with these facts. From the history of trademark laws to the e-filing system, explore the nuances of registration.

Debunking Common Misconceptions and Myths about Trademarks

April 28, 2023 771 Views 0 comment Print

Get clarity on trademarks! Debunk common myths and misconceptions surrounding trademark registration. Understand the importance of protecting your brand identity and intellectual property.

Registration of Celebrity name as Trademark

April 24, 2023 2694 Views 0 comment Print

With the expansion of media and uncovering of personal life’s, celebrities, the one attracting attention of the masses, have been to a greater risk to exposure of the personal space alarming the privacy issues.

Trademark under Trademarks Act, 1999

April 9, 2023 2523 Views 0 comment Print

Trademark is a unique symbol or sign which may be a combination of colors, words, designs for identification of your goods or services. Trademark registration can be obtained under the Trademarks Act, 1999 through government website ipindia.gov.in

HC restrained Institute of Cost Accountants from using ‘ICAI’ acronym

March 28, 2023 16662 Views 0 comment Print

Delhi High Court restrained Institute Of Cost Accountants Of India from using ICAI acronym, a trademark which stands registered in favour of Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

What is a Trademark and Why Do You Need One?

March 15, 2023 1926 Views 0 comment Print

Understand the importance of trademarks and how they safeguard your business. Learn about the legalities, benefits, registration process, and resolving disputes in India.

Top 10 most frequently asked trademark questions answered

March 15, 2023 4608 Views 0 comment Print

A trademark is a word, logo or tagline that identifies your business’s products and services. It helps to build your business’s identity. It further prevents any third party from trading upon your established goodwill. In other words a mark which represent your trade is called Trademark .

Steps to register under Design Act 2000

March 14, 2023 6459 Views 0 comment Print

Learn the steps to register under the Design Act 2000, governing the protection of various designs, offering legal protection & competitive advantage.

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